Power On Play

New NI Traktor Controller

J.J. — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:52:22 +0000

New Hardware revealed from Native Instruments to control the new Traktor (with Sampler).

A Vinyl-CD Hybrid

J.J. — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:16:20 +0000

A Vinyl-CD Hybrid To Keep the Hipster-Yuppies Satisfied Can’t vinyl and CDs get along? That’s the reasonable question posed by electronic/techno musician Jeff Mills, who has released his latest album on a two-for-one hybrid format. Thoughtful mediation, or sixth sign of the apocalypse? Check out the flip side: Personally, I’m always fan of the convergence [...]

Scratch Live 2.0 Released!

J.J. — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 03:28:18 +0000

This is a cutting edge version of Scratch Live which contains many new features including: DJ FX, 3 decks for SL 3, Serato Playlists, Display Modes, Library Views, Smart Crates and much more.

Power On Play MIX Volume 1

J.J. — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:29:50 +0000

I did this mix a few years back. It includes some Old School as well as some Club Hits. A friend of mine (Marla Arellano) wanted a mix for her sisters (Jessica & Elis) wedding reception. She requested some R&B, Hip-Hop, and House. Most importantly, it needed to be clean!

RPM & DN-HC4500 1 Page PDF

J.J. — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:31:37 +0000

Do you know how to adjust the Inertia. How about adjusting the Brake and Drag length. Download this easy 1 page PDF and unleash RPM.

Kris Kross – Warm It Up

J.J. — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:38:30 +0000

Kris Kross - Warm It Up (Quick Mix) 103 BPM | No Break: 8 Bar Outro 320kbps CBR The famous duo was found by Jermaine Dupri. Most people remember there #1 song "Jump". But many forget the followed up single "Warm It Up" that topped the Billboard's Hot Rap Singles at number one.

Gizmolabs Launches RPM

J.J. — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:48:34 +0000

Many of you might remember the similar software from PCDJ called Reflex. It was launched with the Denon controller DN-HC4500. Well, Gizmolabs is at it again with there new software called RPM. The great thing about this software is that many features can only be reached from controllers and keyboard shortcuts (not with the mouse). That's why the screen is simple.

Serato Scratch Live 2

J.J. — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:10:47 +0000

What is Scratch Live 2? Scratch Live 2 adds more decks, DJ FX and two way interaction with Ableton Live with new protocol called “The Bridge”. Inside Serato Scratch Live 2, we now bring four new Display Modes that allow you to choose a range of new screen layouts with 2, 3 or 4 deck control. [...]

Ableton + Serato = The Bridge

J.J. — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:21:21 +0000

Ableton + Serato: The Bridge Fuses DJ Sets, Live Sets; Full Details Live maker Ableton and DJ and virtual vinyl developer Serato today announced the results of their partnership. First off, this isn’t what many of us originally speculated: it’s not a DJ deck inside Live. Instead, the collaboration seeks to bridge (ahem) the gap [...]

Rane SIXTY-EIGHT Mixer

J.J. — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:41:21 +0000

Two computers, two USB ports, four decks and a range of effects. Introducing the first professional DJ mixer with two USB 2.0 High Speed ports with support for real-time connection of two computers. Two DJs can work in parallel and/or seamlessly transition from one DJ to another. Two independent USB 2.0 High Speed ports, each [...]